Not all makeup will suit just anyone! There are shades that suit blonds better than brunettes while other are only right for redheads. Want to discover which makeup is right for your hair color?

Our hair color will play a part in influencing our makeup choices. Not all eyeshadows and lipsticks are compatible with our hair color so we need to get a better idea of which colors work and can help us bring out our best side.

Ideal makeup for blondes

Pastel eyeshadow is ideal for blondes. You can go for pink, purple, grey or brown. Golden hues just below the eyebrows are especially created for blonde. To create a smoky eye, work with brown or dark gray instead of black.

Pink blusher will light up your face. Pale pink is ideal for lighter blondes, whereas darker pink and peach are perfect for golden blondes.

For the lips you should go for shades of pink. If your hair has golden hues, then you can also try brown or beige. Intense red is another option which should be saved for your most glam days.

Ideal makeup for brunettes

Eyeshadow in color hues are your best bet for making your eyes stand out. Use blues, grays, mauve,…. and earthy or beige colors to brighten up your eye.

Blusher in caramel hues or peach are ideal for brunettes. You can also opt for shades of pink with a  hint of brown.

For your lips there’s nothing like bronze, brown or pink tones. Lipsticks should be intense in nature to make the area stand out against your hair color.

Ideal makeup for chestnut hair

The eyeshadows best suited to chestnut-colored hair are browns and grays. If your hair is mahogany or coffee-colored, then you can also try red or yellow.

Pinky blusher with brown hues is ideal for your hair color. However, you should avoid peach which can be aging.

When is comes to lipstick, you can wear anything from intense red to pink with brown tones. All you have to remember is to avoid pure pink which can suck the brightness out of your brown hair.

Ideal makeup for redheads

Earthy eyeshadows in their darkest versions are the best option for redheads. They’re the ideal tones to create a smoky eye in harmony with your hair.

Cherry blusher is your strongest ally. This shade suits very few and redheads are lucky in this respect. On redheads this color enhances your natural skin and hair color.

When it comes to lipstick you should always choose a color that matches the color of your hair: red, cherry, pink,…

Follow our tips to get the best out of your natural beauty with makeup chosen to suit your hair color!

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